LEAST BIASED
These sources have minimal bias and use very few loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by using appeal to emotion or stereotypes). The reporting is factual and usually sourced. These are the most credible media sources. See all Least Biased Sources.
- Overall, we rate KBJR – Duluth News as least biased based on minimally loaded language and minimal editorializing. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: TV Station
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 1954 and an NBC-affiliated television station, KBJR – Duluth News serves Duluth, Minnesota, and the surrounding area. northernnewsnow.com is the associated website for the TV news station that provides local and national news and sports, weather, traffic, and entertainment.
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Funded by / Ownership
KBJR – Duluth News is owned by Gray Television, which operates 145 stations across the USA. Sponsored content and advertising generate revenue.
Analysis / Bias
In review, KBJR – Duluth News provides news coverage for Duluth, Minnesota, and the surrounding areas. Local news is covered by reporters with minimal bias and often has video provided by the TV station: Roads close due to St. Louis River overflowing its banks. The national news is provided through other Gray Television affiliates as well as the Associated Press. International news generally comes from CNN and the Associated Press.
Editorially, KBJR – Duluth News does not offer an opinion page. In general, they report news factually and with minimal bias.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate KBJR – Duluth News as least biased based on minimally loaded language and minimal editorializing. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (D. Van Zandt 05/16/2022) Updated (04/11/2024)
Source: https://www.northernnewsnow.com/
Last Updated on April 11, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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